The one thing you can say about Kobe Bryant is he always believes he can will his team to a championship. Even if you don't like him you have to respect that.

I think the Lakers will get in on that alone.

His internal belief in himself is quite ridiculous. If Vince Carter had even half his will, the Raptors would have made it to a few NBA Finals last decade (and Vince's legacy would also be completely different than it is).